Dublin-based engine provider Aeolus Engine Services has announced that it has secured a court ruling allowing it to repossess two leased CFM International CFM56-3 engines from Tunisia's Express Air Cargo (7A, Tunis).
The ruling confirms Aeolus' right to recover the engines and strengthens the company's contractual and ownership claims over the assets, it said in a statement.
Chief executive Fergal Whelan-Porter said the decision validates Aeolus' contractual position and its approach to asset management.
"Aeolus has always sought to work constructively with its customers and partners, but we will take the necessary steps to protect our assets, our stakeholders, and the integrity of our lease portfolio where required," he said.
Aeolus said it would continue working with its legal, technical, and operational partners to complete the repossession process in accordance with the court order and applicable legal procedures.
ch-aviation has contacted Express Air Cargo for comment.
The ruling follows a long-running dispute between the parties.
In January, Aeolus had demanded that Express Air Cargo return the two engines after what it described as the failure of a sixth debt resolution agreement. In 2025, the lessor had sought assistance from Tunisian and French authorities to prevent the engines from being operated unlawfully.
The engines are currently located at MRO provider Atitech in Naples, Italy.
Express Air Cargo operates a fleet of three aircraft, comprising one B737-300(F), one B737-300(QC), and one B737-800(SF), according to ch-aviation data.
